Industrialization: Case Studies

History: Industrialization - Case Studies and Video Clips

Click on each of the title below to view case studies of textile and non-textile manufacturing plants.
Note: These case studies will open in separate browser windows.

Textile Manufacturing Case Studies (PDF)

Belvidere Woolen Mill
Hale's Mills
Musketaquid Mill
Stirling Mills
US Bunting
Waterhead Mills
Whittier Mill
William Walker and Company

Other Manufacturing Case Studies (PDF)

US Cartridge Company
Whipple Powder Mill

Video Clips

Hear Professor Robert Forrant discuss the growing plight of manufacturers in Lowell.

Hear John Quealy describe the quality of the corduroy produced at the Waterhead Mills.